A Walter S. White Desert Modernist Home Lists in Palm Desert

Price: $1,755,000

Location: 73271 Buckboard Trail, Palm Desert, CA 92260

In South Palm Desert’s Silver Spur Ranch neighborhood, the Paulette Herbert Johnson House has been listed for sale. Designed by Walter S. White in 1958, the residence reflects many of the architect’s defining desert-modernist ideas.

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White, whose work helped shape mid-century residential architecture across the Coachella Valley, was known for designs that responded directly to the region’s light, topography, and climate. At the Johnson House, that indoor-outdoor focus is apparent in its floor-to-ceiling glass, which draws daylight through the home while framing views of the surrounding mountains.

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Inside, the two-bedroom, two-bathroom residence has been updated by Garret & Garage with a restrained approach that keeps the architecture at the forefront. The material palette remains rooted in the home’s mid-century style, with wood, terrazzo, and textured masonry throughout the interiors.

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The outdoor living spaces are designed for leisure, including a pebble-finish pool and spa alongside breeze-block details. Multiple areas for lounging, dining, and entertaining extend across the grounds, such as an outdoor kitchen, bocce ball court, putting green, and fire features.

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The lot also offers potential for an additional structure, providing flexibility for a future owner.  Located near El Paseo’s shops and restaurants, the home balances convenience with the quieter environment of Silver Spur Ranch. It is currently listed for $1.755 million.

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Interested in finding out more? Please contact Reagan Richter at reagan.richter@compass.com or 310-773-6995.